The Biography Channel
The Biography Channel, a 24-hour digital cable network dedicated to
presenting compelling stories about the world’s most interesting people, is one
of the most sought-after and fastest growing channels available today. Building
upon A&E Network’s Emmy Award-winning series BIOGRAPHY®, The Biography Channel
weaves together vibrant profiles of individuals who intrigue us most, plus
exciting new original series, short features and documentaries. Whether an
insightful show on big ticket celebrities, news headliners, crime figures,
Hollywood hopefuls, the “people behind the people” or ordinary folk with a story
to tell, The Biography Channel is the network for people watching.
NEW YORK, JULY 8, 2004 - - The Biography Channel™ has reached the 30 million
subscriber mark according to Nielsen Media Research, it was announced by David
Zagin, Sr. Vice President Affiliate Sales & Marketing, A&E Television Networks.
“We began measuring Nielsen subscribers for The Biography Channel in April and
are very pleased to hit this major distribution milestone, which we could not
have achieved without the tremendous support from all of our affiliates,” said
Zagin. “Our research has demonstrated that both the channel and the Biography®
brand are highly regarded by consumers, and I expect we will see continued
growth in subscribers throughout the upcoming year.”
“Over the past year we have been working to define The Biography Channel as the
premier destination for intriguing stories about the world’s most interesting
people,” said Tom Heymann, Sr. Vice President & General Manager of The Biography
Channel. “As the network’s reach grows, we will continue to augment our schedule
with fresh, original series and specials, further defining The Biography Channel
as the best place to go for people watching.”
Each night of the week, The Biography Channel captures the essence of the
world’s most captivating newsmakers and extraordinary everyday men and women
with a variety of innovative programs that offer a new and exciting look into
their public and private lives.
The Biography Channel roster of original programming includes: FAMOUS, ACTION!,
CLASS OF…, 90 DAYS IN HOLLYWOOD, STAR TREATMENT, STAR CLOSEUP, ONE SHOT, and BIO
AT THE MOVIES.
The Biography Channel is available nationally through all major cable and
satellite distributors and can currently be viewed in 30 million homes. The
Biography Channel web site is located at www.biographychannel.com.
